When people hear the words “human trafficking,” they may think first of something distant, hidden, or too large for a civic organization to touch. But human trafficking is not distant. It exists in every state, in cities and rural communities, in workplaces, homes, supply chains, and online spaces. It is often hidden in plain sight.

Fair Elections Chicago, a coalition of 28 civic, democracy and immigrant-rights organizations, today launched the “No ICE $$$ in Chicago Elections” pledge, calling on Chicago elected officials and candidates to reject campaign contributions from corporations that profit from or materially support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol operations.

A recent survey found at least one type of microplastic at every site they tested throughout Chicago and Illinois. Here’s what policy changes and individual actions can help protect us.

Local partners join national "Good Trouble Lives On" Weekend of Action, organized nationally by the Transformative Justice Coalition, and call for passage of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

In a win for public transportation and the environment—and for women, too—the City Council has approved an ordinance to purchase the Greyhound Bus Terminal at 630 W. Harrison St.

Environmental protection and climate change have had a rough time federally, but in Illinois, we’ve notched some significant victories and made progress on other priorities. Here’s what’s happened so far, and what we’re continuing to advocate for in the coming months.

Alderman Matt Martin spoke to League of Women Voters of Chicago members at our 2026 Annual Meeting on June 6.

Since 1981, this award has been presented to a member who has demonstrated extraordinary long-term dedication and effectiveness in League work.

Our president reflects on the state of our League, as well as on the state of our democracy.

This month, Chicago in Focus welcomed LWV Chicago VP John Engle, who offered an overview of what AI is, how it works, where the technology is heading, and why it matters for democracy.

We recently held a special ‘Follow the Money’ training focused on tracking the campaign cash—and political influence—in Illinois state and local elections. This timely event comes after big spending in Illinois’ recent primary elections.

At our Annual Meeting on June 6, we will discuss which issues we will prioritize for advocacy and education in the coming year.

At our Annual Meeting on June 6, the Budget Committee will present an overview of LWV Chicago’s financial activities and answer questions regarding the budget.

The Board members serving new terms will be elected at the Annual Meeting. Learn about who is in the running!

See the Bylaws Committee’s recommended changes to LWV Chicago’s Bylaws, to be voted on at our Annual Meeting on June 6.

A historic 1914 Saxon automobile known as the “Golden Flyer II” has arrived in Chicago as part of the national 2026 Driving the Vote for Equality Tour, a 10,700 miles cross-country journey across 25 states to secure voting rights for all and push for recognition of the Equal Rights Amendment.

Ask your Illinois state senator to ensure that every Illinois high school offers nonpartisan voter registration to eligible students before they graduate.

The League of Women Voters of Chicago mourns the loss of Barbara Flynn Currie, a trailblazing public servant, a devoted Leaguer, and one of the finest models of democratic leadership Illinois has known.